Balnaves "Tally" Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 pwc where an ancient dried river

where an ancient dried river bed delivered nutrient-rich soil perfect for growing Pinot Noir

Made from 39 year old Chardonnay vines in the Bellarine

followed by maturation for 20 months in American and French oak barriques

continues with discreet notes of ripe yellow apples

30% Pinot Gris and 10% Gewürztraminer

Balnaves "Tally" Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 pwc where an ancient dried river2022 was a cool and moderate season, perfect for the development of elegant and intense Cabernet Sauvignon. On the 19th of April, Cabernet Sauvignon from our Dead Morris vineyard (91%) was handpicked and co fermented with 9% Petit Verdot, with maceration on skins for 16 days. The wine was then matured for 14 months in 36% new fine grained Taransaud French Oak barriques.